How to Make Sloe Gin

All across the country, hedgerows are brimming with the fruit of the blackthorn bush, sloes. Straight from the bush they’re incredibly sour, but here’s how you can turn those little fruits into a delicious winter tipple. It can be used to add a sweet note to cocktails, for jazzing up your trifle or simply sipped straight from ice-cold glasses. It also makes a great Christmas present – when your batch is ready, use it to fill personalised bottles and give to your friends and family.